Consider this scenario: One day you receive a phone call from your local news outlet that goes something like this, "Hi, this is Channel 7…

Take this important step before you share your church facilities with an outside groupOne thing many churches don’t think about is their potential liability when…

Eighteen years from now, it’s estimated that the average cost for a four-year college education at a public institution will have increased from approximately $37,000…

Local zoning laws could be a major factor in determining where you’re able to go if your church wants to add a campus at a…

Using church money for personal reasons is stealing. Intention, rationale, or even promises to return funds does not change this fact. While it's easy to…

The decisions and operations of a church board may expose board members to personal liability and even lawsuit. Take these steps to help protect your…

Will you be ready to retire? This simple, four-step checklist will help you plan for your best retirement.   1. Assess your current financial situation.…

As we wrap up 2013, we’d like to highlight some of our most popular Risk Mgmt LIVE topics. In the event you're unfamiliar with this…

UPDATE: For an update on the housing allowance ruling click here.   by Richard Hammar, J.D., LL.M., CPA On November 22, 2013, federal district court…

The beginning of each new year is a great time for churches to set goals for reducing and managing risk. A crucial step in the…